my name is Lucy Carter and I am a high school science teacher in Minneapolis I've always considered myself to be a reasonable skeptical person after all I teach biology and chemistry however an event I experienced 2 years ago transformed my outlook on life death and spirituality it was Saturday morning in October I was out for my customary weekend exercise through the park near my house everything appeared regular at first it was a crisp autumn day with leaves crackling beneath my feet but about a mile in I immediately felt a sharp pain in my chest I
initially believed I had simply pushed myself too hard but within seconds I was unable to breathe the agony was severe I collapsed on the path and clutched my chest the last thing I remember is a jogger rushing over to me and saying something about phoning before everything went black next thing I knew I was floating above my body I could picture myself laying on the path surrounded by paramedics they were using a defibrillator on me but I felt entirely distant from everything I wasn't afraid or in agony anymore I simply felt peaceful curious even then
I felt myself being dragged above and away from the spectacle everything around me got incredibly light I was speeding through this tunnel of light when when I exited on the other side I found myself in the most gorgeous place I'd ever seen it's difficult to put into words the colors were brighter than anything on Earth the undulating Hills were covered with Lush grass and flowers of every color conceivable the sky was not just blue it shimmered with golden light in the distance I could see magnificent mountains and glittering water Falls the air felt alive gleaming
with electricity but what struck me the most was the overpowering sense of love and acceptance that pervaded everything I felt utterly at peace as if I had finally arrived home after a long journey I was greeted by multiple entities of light they did not have distinct physical bodies but instead appeared as brilliant shimmering entities I knew they were my ancestors and loved ones who had died before me and they interacted with me telepathically greeting me and telling me how proud they were of the life I had led but then another figure appeared one who outshone
the rest I instantly knew this was Jesus his presence was overwhelming pure love and compassion unlike anything I'd ever felt he embraced me and I felt all of my worries anxieties and pain Melt Away Jesus began to show me scenes from my life both good and awful however there was no judgment just compassion and understanding he helped me realize how my struggles and failures had resulted in growth and learning then he took me to this amazing Library the walls extended up eternally packed with volumes that hold all of the universe's information Jesus told me that
I could explore and learn everything I desired while browsing the shelves I came across a book on the nature of God and Jesus life on Earth that's when a question came to me one I'd often pondered about but never really understood it was like watching a movie about my entire life but I wasn't just viewing it I was reliving every event feeling every emotion the surprising thing was that I could sense how my actions influenced others both positively and adversely I witnessed instances where a simple Act of compassion on my part had a good ripple
effect on people I'd never met but I also saw instances in which I had injured someone with a careless remark or action and I could feel their pain as if it were my own what impressed me the most was that Jesus did not pass judgment he showed me these scenes with total affection and compassion even my missteps and failures were seen as opportunities for improvement and learning there was one that really resonated with me and it was a fairly inconsequential experience from my undergraduate years I was rushing to class and hardly saw a freshman girl
who appeared disoriented and on the point of tears I could have stopped to help but I was preoccupied with my own agenda and sped past during the Life review I felt the girl's loneliness and Desperation I learned she had considered quitting out of college that day feeling overwhelmed and out of place a little Act of compassion may have had a great impact but the scene did not finish there Jesus showed me how that girl eventually recovered her footing graduated and went on to become a successful therapist who helped countless others he stated that while my
inaction had created temporary suffering it did not Define or limit her experience if we allow it every difficulty has the potential to lead to growth in high school I helped a poor student in chemistry I had forgotten about it but during the Life review I realized how that act of patience and encouragement kindled his interest in science he later became a researcher concentrating on remedies for children ailments Jesus demonstrated how one small Act of compassion had a positive Ripple impact on countless lives it emphasized the importance of every interaction no matter how small it has
the power to transform someone's life that is wonderful it appears that this Life review offered you A New Perspective on the consequences of our activities absolutely it reminded me that there is no such thing as an insignificant moment every word every action and every decision counts we are all interconnected in ways we cannot understand it's also helped me be more mindful in my daily life I strive to approach each meeting with compassion and presence knowing that I might be part of someone someone else's pivotal moment I've also learn to be much softer with myself seeing
that even my failures can lead to growth and positive change if I learn from them Jesus explained that prayer has far more power than most people understand it's more than just asking for things it's about aligning our will with gods and taking part in his mission in the world he showed me a vision of prayers rising from the earth like light beams intersecting to form a beautiful tapestry some prayers were answered quickly While others triggered a series of events that would play out over time Jesus stated prayer is co-creation with God When you pray you're
not just passively hoping for something to happen you're actively partnering with the creator of the universe to bring about change he highlighted several crucial aspects the first of which was to pray with faith and expectation know that you are heard he told me approach prayer not as a beggar but as a beloved child coming to a loving father who Delights in giving good gifts he also emphasized the need of persistent prayer he explained how certain prayers are like seeds that take time to germinate and grow don't give up if you don't see results immediately he
told me keep praying keep believing and watch for how God moves in unexpected ways third he promoted prayer in accordance with God's desire seek first to understand my heart and my purposes answered the Lord as you do you'll find your prayers naturally aligning with what I want to do in the world finally he underlined the power of collective prayer when two or more people agree in prayer he continued it creates a spiritual ual Synergy that can move mountains I used to pray occasionally typically when I needed it something now it's as natural and consistent as
breathing throughout the day I am in constant communication with God sharing my views seeking advice and simply enjoying his presence I've also grown much more responsive to prompts to pray for others sometimes I receive a sudden inclination to pray for someone only to discover later that they were exper experiencing a crisis at the time it has helped me realize how spiritually related we all are it was mindblowing the library seemed to stretch indefinitely in all directions there were volumes on every subject imaginable including history physics philosophy and art as well as topics we had yet
to discover on Earth Jesus said that the library represented all of creation's wisdom and knowledge he stated what you see here is only a tiny percentage of the knowledge available in the in the spiritual realm you'll have the opportunity to explore and learn endlessly Jesus encouraged me to browse and ask questions about everything I was interested in I was pulled to a portion discussing the nature of reality and awareness as I opened one of the books the material appeared to flow right into my head it was like downloading pure knowledge and comprehension I discovered that
what we can consider solid matter is mostly empty space vibrating with energy our Consciousness influences reality far more than we realize the book explained how our thoughts and beliefs literally shape our perceptions of reality there was a book about the interdependence of all life it demonstrated how every living thing from the smallest microbe to the greatest galaxy is part of a single huge conscious living system we are all unique expressions of the same fundamental awareness this book also discussed how love is the underlying power that ties everything together it's more than an emotion it's a
physical energy that penetrates the entire Cosmos he highlighted that ongoing growth and learning are essential parts of our Everlasting path he stated the pursuit of knowledge and wisdom does not end when you leave Earth it is an eternal Adventure however he also highlighted that all of this information eventually leads back to love he said you can spend eternity exploring the mysteries of the universe but the greatest truth you'll discover is that love is the foundation of everything initially I was quite disappointed the calm and love I felt in that Universe were so overwhelming that I
did not want to leave however as Jesus explained why he was sending me back I became more excited and determined he looked at me with love and said Lydia you have a unique experience to tell now your experience here will bring hope and healing to many who are struggling with doubts fears and questions about the meaning of life he showed me glimpses of people I would impact a teenager contemplating suicide who would find Hope through hearing my story a grieving Widow who would find comfort in knowing her husband was at peace a hardened atheist whose
heart would open to possibilities regarding my mission Jesus gave me several essential messages to relay the first was to remind people of God's unconditional love so many are weighed down by guilt and shame the politician remarked tell them there is no sin too great no mistake too big for my love and forgiveness second Jesus highlighted the need of prayer and staying connected to God remind them that I am always listening always present he said encourage them to approach me as a loving father not as a distant judge finally he emphasized the necessity of loving and
helping others the greatest fulfillment in life comes from giving not getting the politician stated encourage people to look for ways to be my hands and feet in the world finally Jesus instructed me to tell the truth of eternal life help people understand that death is not the end but a transition he suggested the choices they make on earth have eternal significance I felt humbled and empowered the burden seemed great but I knew I wouldn't be doing it alone Jesus promised to be with me guiding and strengthening me every step of the way as I was
about to return Jesus embraced me one last time the love I felt in that moment was immeasurable it permeated every aspect of my life he said remember this love let it fuel you and flow through you to others one moment I was engulfed in pure love and tranquility and the next I was gasping for oxygen and experiencing tremendous pain in my chest the bodily Sensations were overwhelming after being in such happiness I recall opening my eyes to see the paramedics face which was filled with amazement and relief he subsequently told me that they were about
to call my time of death when I gasped for air and my heart began to beat again the following several hours were a haze of ambulance sirens there was bustle at the emergency room and family members were worried throughout it all I had a profound sense of Tranquility I realized I had been granted a second opportunity for a reason at first first they were simply relieved that I was alive the Physicians had prepared for the worst so my mere survival felt amazing when I began revealing information about my encounter replies were divided my hubby has
always been more spiritually inclined than I I was curious and supportive he stated he noticed a shift in me the instant I woke up a sense of peace and certainty that had not there before my folks were initially dubious they're both retired scientists who prefer to seek scientific answers for everything however as they witnessed the tremendous changes in my life and learned some verified things I would not have known otherwise they grew more open to the thought that something unusual had occurred some friends were uneasy with the notion and retreated I believe the concept near-death
experiences challenged many people's World Views others however were greatly moved and stated that my experience provided them with hope and a fresh perspective on life and death I used to be so focused on attaining and acquiring the next promotion a bigger house and more possessions now I know that none of this is actually important in the larger scheme of things my priorities have entirely changed I'm much more focused on relationships being present in the moment and finding ways to provide love and kindness to people I've simplified my life significantly letting rid of things that aren't
important so that I can devote more time and energy to what is important I'm also more aware of the spiritual side of life I see proof of God's love and presence everywhere in nature in Acts of compassion and in the beauty of human creation it's as if I'm viewing the world with new eyes and I'm no longer terrified of death don't get me wrong I'm not in any haste to leave this life there's still so much I'd like to do and experience here but I know that when my time comes it will be a happy
reunion not a frightening end as a science teacher I am inherently skeptical and seek rational explanations however several elements lead me to believe that this was more than a hallucination the first is the clarity and coherence of my experience the comfort and particular instruction she provided far exceeded what a normal dream could provide one of the most significant ideas I gained was regarding the purpose of life I understood we are here to learn grow and most importantly love every event whether joyous or unpleasant provides an opportunity for soul growth regarding good and evil I notice
that they are not equal opposing forces love the essence of God is the foundational reality what we perceive as evil or darkness is simply the lack of love just as Darkness is the absence of light as for suffering I was told that much of it comes from our own choices individually and jointly when we choose fear over love selfishness over compassion we cause Ripple effects of sorrow but I also seen how if we are willing God can bring good out of even the toughest situations I also got a sense of how restricted our worldly Viewpoint
is many of the things we describe as bad bad are actually catalysts for immense growth and positive transformation when considered from an eternal standpoint I'd like to relay the most crucial takeaway from my experience you are deeply and completely loved you are infinitely valuable regardless of what you've done or what you're experiencing don't wait till a near-death experience to begin living with purpose and love every day is a gift an opportunity to learn be nice and make it difference in someone's life remember that reality encompasses far more than what we can see and touch be
open to the mystery to Heavenly Whispers in your daily life trust that you are on a path that will take you far beyond this life and that each event is shaping you for eternity
